Disney Cruise Line - Part III

These two following ships have yet to set sail, but I did my best to uncover some information about them, primarily The Disney Dream!

THE DISNEY DREAM

(AND SIMILARLY… THE DISNEY FANTASY)

The Disney Dream will be a much larger ship than its two older fleet-mates. Also the Disney Dream will have wi-fi throughout the ship, and every stateroom will have a flat panel TV. The Disney Dream's horn signal will be the first seven notes of When You Wish Upon A Star, along with the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, the horn is considered the most recognizable ship horn of all ships at sea. The Dream will have 1,250 staterooms. The ship will also feature the first water coaster at sea, called "The Aquaduck". The Disney Dream is 45,000 tons larger, 5 decks higher (3 passenger decks), 151 feet longer, it will hold up to 4,000 passengers (over 1,600 more than its sister ships), and has 555 more crew members than the Disney Magic, and Disney Wonder. It will set sail on January 26, 2011!

DINING

Cabanas-- this indoor/outdoor Casual Dining restaurant serves a culinary confection of fresh food favorites. At breakfast and lunch, Cabanas boasts the finest in made-to-order dining; at dinnertime, the restaurant is transformed into a table-service dining room serving Main Dining specialties.

Enchanted Garden-- serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Inspired by the picturesque gardens of Versailles, Enchanted Garden magically transforms from day to night during dining.

Palo-- an adult-exclusive restaurant that serves Northern Italian cuisine for dinner. Additionally, brunch and high tea are offered on select cruises. (sample menu)

Remy-- is a luxurious adult exclusive restaurant offering the most upscale and romantic dining experience available onboard; the restaurant serves the finest in French-inspired cuisine for dinner. Remy, named after the main character in the movie Ratatouille, and incorporate Remy in the Art Nouveau design of the restaurant.

Royal Palace-- inspired by classic Disney films like Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty, Royal Palace serves a mouthwatering menu of culinary delights—fit for a king or a queen—for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

NIGHTCLUBS & LOUNGES

687-- this contemporary sports bar is a sophisticated yet friendly venue where families can partake in activities and games during the day, and adults can unwind with a cocktail at night.

Bon Voyage-- this relaxing bar is a cozy space where families can enjoy a refreshing beverage or snack throughout the day.

Cove Cafe-- this adults-only lounge is a casual hotspot where Guests 18 years of age or older can enjoy mixed drinks, gourmet coffee or snacks while perusing a magazine, watching television or surfing the Internet.

Currents-- this cozy bar is a breezy spot with a commanding view where Guests can relax and unwind while sipping a cool cocktail.

District Lounge-- this lively bar is an intimate nighttime spot with an attractive modern design. During the day, Guests of all ages can enjoy a variety of refreshing beverages; while at night, adults are invited to mingle over mixed drinks.

Evolution-- this dance club is a butterfly-themed hotspot celebrating all styles of music. During the day, Guests of all ages can partake in a number of fun-filled games and activities; while at night, adults are invited to dance, enjoy a mixed drink or sing karaoke.

Meridian-- this adults-only bar is an intimate nighttime spot inspired by the early days of sea travel, where Guests can enjoy a pre- or post-dinner cocktail amid an indoor ocean view setting or breezy outdoor deck.

Pink-- this adults-only bar is an elegant nightspot designed to look like the inside of a Champagne bottle, where adults can savor a cocktail and relax.

Skyline-- this adults-only cocktail lounge is a cosmopolitan sky bar boasting sweeping—and magically transforming—views of some of the world's most famous cities, where adults can savor a selection of the world's finest beverages.

Vista Cafe-- this cafe/bar is a cheery onboard destination for Guests looking to enjoy coffee and a pastry in the morning and a pre- or post-dinner cocktail at night.

Waves-- this breezy bar is a scenic spot overlooking Mickey's Pool where Guests of all ages can relax with a refreshing beverage.

POOLS

AquaDuck-- the first water coaster at sea, is a thrilling 765-foot-long water coaster that propels Guests on an exciting journey up, down and around 4 decks, over the side of the ship and through the Forward Funnel.

Donald's Pool-- a family pool including an 5 ft. deep main pool with a delightful picture of Donald Duck on the pool bottom. There will be a huge 30 x 18 ft LCD screen facing Donald's Pool.

Mickey's Pool-- a children's pool with Mickey Mouse's famous profile and smiling face and, nearby, a twisting one deck high slide.

Nemo's Reef-- this a whimsical water play area is a fun-filled splash deck for younger ones featuring pop jets, bubblers and fountains--starring characters from the hit Disney•Pixar film, Finding Nemo.

Quite Cove Pool-- an adults-only pool featuring a 4 ft. deep main pool. It will include a swim up bar and a series of connecting pools with depths ranging from 4 ft to 6 inch sun-bathing pools.

SPAS AND FITNESS

Senses Spa & Salon-- provides tranquility, pampering and relaxation in an expansive ocean-view sanctuary. Experience a multitude of spa treatments and beauty salon services such as massages, facials and much more

Fitness Center-- a full-service facility hosting a wide variety of aerobic, yoga and Pilates classes, as well as health seminars. Lift on the latest weight machines, step it up on TV-monitor-equipped ellipticals or book an individual session with a personal trainer.

Goofy's Sports Deck-- this open-air activity center is a scenic spot boasting recreational activities such as a 9 hole mini-golf course, walking track, and digital sports simulators that will provide virtual game experiences such as soccer, tennis, basketball, and golf. There will also be a full-sized basketball court that can be converted for use as a soccer pitch, vollyball court, or foosball/table tennis area.

There is no Entertainment section since that has yet to be chosen, but whatever shows will be on The Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy are sure to be amazing!

Have a Magical Day!

Disney Cruise Line - Part II

THE DISNEY WONDER

This ship is the second cruise ship operated by Disney Cruise Line and was launched in 1999. The Disney Wonder alternates between 3- and 4-night cruises. Visiting Nassau and Disney's own private island Castaway Cay, with the 4-night cruise offering an additional day at sea. The Disney Wonder will be relocated to Los Angeles, California. The arrangement will be for two years, with a potential extension for three additional years. On September 11, 2009 Disney Cruise Line announced that the Wonder will have 18 and 7 night sailings to Alaska during the 2011 summer.

DINING

Animator’s Palate (also my favorite restaurant)-- which celebrates the magic of Disney animation. This dining experience starts off with the room being black and white, and as your meal progresses, the magic of Disney takes hold and by dessert, you are enveloped in the beautiful and colorful animation from beloved Disney films. (sample menu)

Triton’s (my 2nd favorite restaurant on the ship)-- serves contemporary American fare for breakfast and lunch, and continental cuisine with a French flair amid a more elegant setting for dinner. The restaurant is themed after the hit Disney movie, The Little Mermaid. (sample menu)

Parrot Cay-- Inspired by the relaxed feel of the tropics, Parrot Cay boasts classic American fare for breakfast and lunch, and Caribbean island grill house specialties for dinner. (sample menu)

Palo-- an adult-exclusive restaurant that serves Northern Italian cuisine for dinner. Additionally, brunch and high tea are offered on select cruises. (sample menu)

Other quick service eateries include: Goofy’s Galley, Pluto’s Dog House, Pinocchio’s Pizzeria, Preludes, and Beach Blanket Buffet.

ENTERTAINMENT

All Aboard: Let the Magice Begin, a 50 min. live show featuring variety acts, musical performances, and a cavalcade of Disney characters. It plays on Embarkation Day on 7-night or longer cruises.

The Buena Vista Theatre is an elegant cinema featuring plush seats, a giant movie screen, and advanced projection with Dolby sound. It screens first-run movies and digital 3-D films.

Character Greetings-- yes you can meet your favorite characters onboard as well. Of course, it wouldn’t be Disney without it.

Disney Dreams – An Enchanted Classic is an award-winning, 50-minute musical live show celebrating the value of dreams, starring some of your favorite Disney Characters. It has two showings and is performed in the Walt Disney Theatre.

The Golden Mickeys-- an approximate 50-minute, musical live show presented as an awards ceremony in which characters from Disney movies are nominated in a series of categories. It also has two showings and is performed in the Walt Disney Theatre. This show is always a fun one! They even have a ‘red carpet’ to walk down with a reporter asking all the juicy questions!

Toy Story--The Musical is an approximate hour-long, musical live show based on the hit Disney•Pixar film. The light-hearted story of Woody and Buzz Lightyear's friendship has two showings and plays exclusively in the Walt Disney Theatre. I’m not a Toy Story fan, but it is still a rather good show.

Remember the Magic: A Final Farewell is an approximate 50-minute live show that revisits some of your cruise's most memorable moments, starring a host of variety acts, theatre performers and Disney Characters from your cruise. It plays the day before Debarkation on 7-night or longer cruises.

NIGHTCLUBS & LOUNGES

Cadillac Lounge-- this piano bar is an intimate spot with a classic Cadillac theme, where adults can listen to live music, enjoy a cocktail, and unwind.

Cove Cafe-- this adults-only lounge is a casual hotspot where Guests 18 years of age or older can enjoy mixed drinks, gourmet coffee or snacks while perusing a magazine, watching television or surfing the Internet.

Diversions-- a sports pub and lounge is a cozy venue where families can take part in fun-filled activities or watch a televised sporting event during the day; and adults can sing karaoke or enjoy a cocktail at night.

Outlook Bar-- this adults-only bar is a breezy, scenic spot where guests 21 years of age or older can relax and unwind with a refreshing cocktail.

Promenade Lounge-- this elegant Art Deco venue is the perfect place for families to enjoy a refreshing beverage or snack, surf the Internet or partake in fun activities that occur throughout the day.

Signals-- this adults-only bar is a cozy spot where guests 21 years of age or older can unwind with a refreshing cocktail or snack.

Wavebands-- this club is a futuristic-looking venue that resembles the interior of a giant radio. During the day, Guests of all ages can participate in a number of fun-filled games and activities; while at night, adults are invited to mingle over mixed drinks, dance or sing karaoke.

POOLS

Goofy's Pool-- a 4 ft. deep family pool and the ship's main pool hosts a charming portrait of Goofy on he pool bottom. It has 2 whirlpool spas as well.

Mickey's Pool-- a children's pool with Mickey Mouse's famous profile and smiling face and, nearby, a twisting one deck high slide.

Quite Cove Pool-- an adults-only pool featuring a 4 ft. deep main pool.

SPAS AND FITNESS

Vista Spa & Salon-- features a decadent assortment of world-class spa treatments and salon services. It's where you can treat yourself to a rejuvenating deep-tissue massage or any number of hair and beauty care offerings.

Fitness Center-- a full-service facility hosting a wide variety of aerobic, yoga and Pilates classes, as well as health seminars. Lift on the latest weight machines, step it up on TV-monitor-equipped ellipticals or book an individual session with a personal trainer.

Wide World of Sports-- holds fitness and recreational sports activities for all age groups.

Have a Magical Day!

Disney Cruise Line - Part I

I thought that I'd continue with the trilogies/sagas/what-chama-call-its, this time with the Disney Cruise Line. There are two ships: the Disney Magic and the Disney Wonder. A third ship, the Disney Dream is scheduled to set sail in 2011, and a fourth ship, the Disney Fantasy, is scheduled for 2012. There are different lengths of cruises you can take ranging from 3-14+ days--depending on which destination you are looking for--Bahamas, Europe, Transatlantic, Caribbean, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, and Alaska & Pacific coast. Disney also owns its own island, Castaway Cay.

Everyone knows about the magic the theme parks of Disney brings to people, young and old. However, what I am most excited about and is sometimes overlooked is the Disney Cruise Line. I have been on only two cruises--both on the Disney Wonder--and both times have been some of the best times ever. Disney has a certain caliber of excellence that the Carnival, Princess, and Royal Caribbean cruises I’ve been on have failed to match.

THE DISNEY MAGIC

Built in 1998 by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, the Disney Magic can hold approximately 2,400 passengers. Since the summer of 2000, the Disney Magic has been offering weekly cruises to Castaway Cay and multiple Caribbean islands.

DINING

Animator’s Palate (also my favorite restaurant)-- which celebrates the magic of Disney animation. This dining experience starts off with the room being black and white, and as your meal progresses, the magic of Disney takes hold and by dessert, you are enveloped in the beautiful and colorful animation from beloved Disney films. (sample menu)

Lumiere’s (a restaurant I’ve been wanting to eat at, badly!)-- serves contemporary American cuisine for breakfast and lunch in a casual setting, and French-inspired continental cuisine amid a more refined atmosphere for dinner. The restaurant is elegantly themed after the hit Disney movie, Beauty and the Beast. (sample menu)

Parrot Cay-- Inspired by the relaxed feel of the tropics, Parrot Cay boasts classic American fare for breakfast and lunch, and Caribbean island grill house specialties for dinner. (sample menu)

Palo-- an adult-exclusive restaurant that serves Northern Italian cuisine for dinner. Additionally, brunch and high tea are offered on select cruises. (sample menu)

Other quick service eateries include: Goofy’s Galley, Pluto’s Dog House, Pinocchio’s Pizzeria, Preludes, and Topsider Buffet.

ENTERTAINMENT

All Aboard: Let the Magice Begin, a 50 min. live show featuring variety acts, musical performances, and a cavalcade of Disney characters. It plays on Embarkation Day on 7-night or longer cruises.

The Buena Vista Theatre is an elegant cinema featuring plush seats, a giant movie screen, and advanced projection with Dolby sound. It screens first-run movies and digital 3-D films.

Character Greetings-- yes you can meet your favorite characters onboard as well. Of course, it wouldn’t be Disney without it.

Disney Dreams – An Enchanted Classic is an award-winning, 50-minute musical live show celebrating the value of dreams, starring some of your favorite Disney Characters. It has two showings and is performed in the Walt Disney Theatre.

The Golden Mickeys-- an approximate 50-minute, musical live show presented as an awards ceremony in which characters from Disney movies are nominated in a series of categories. It also has two showings and is performed in the Walt Disney Theatre. This show is always a fun one! They even have a ‘red carpet’ to walk down with a reporter asking all the juicy questions!

Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story is an approximate 50-minute, Broadway-style, song-and-dance extravaganza which re-imagines the classic Cinderella story. It also has two showings and is performed in the Walt Disney Theatre.

Remember the Magic: A Final Farewell is an approximate 50-minute live show that revisits some of your cruise's most memorable moments, starring a host of variety acts, theatre performers and Disney Characters from your cruise. It plays the day before Debarkation on 7-night or longer cruises.

NIGHTCLUBS & LOUNGES

Cove Cafe-- this adults-only lounge is a casual hotspot where Guests 18 years of age or older can enjoy mixed drinks, gourmet coffee or snacks while perusing a magazine, watching television or surfing the Internet.

Diversions-- a sports pub and lounge is a cozy venue where families can take part in fun-filled activities or watch a televised sporting event during the day; and adults can sing karaoke or enjoy a cocktail at night

Outlook Bar-- this adults-only bar is a breezy, scenic spot where guests 21 years of age or older can relax and unwind with a refreshing cocktail.

Promenade Lounge-- this elegant Art Deco venue is the perfect place for families to enjoy a refreshing beverage or snack, surf the Internet or partake in fun activities that occur throughout the day.

Rockin' Bar D-- is a roadside-themed club celebrating all styles of music amidst a fun, rowdy atmosphere. During the day, Guests of all ages can partake in a number of fun-filled games and activities; while at night, adults are invited to listen to live music, dance or sing karaoke.

Sessions-- this piano bar is a romantic nighttime spot in an attractive Art Deco theme where adults can listen to live music, savor the flavor of a mixed drink, and unwind.

Signals-- this adults-only bar is a cozy spot where guests 21 years of age or older can unwind with a refreshing cocktail or snack.

POOLS

Goofy's Pool-- a 4 ft. deep family pool and the ship's main pool hosts a charming portrait of Goofy on he pool bottom. It has 2 whirlpool spas as well.

Mickey's Pool-- a children's pool with Mickey Mouse's famous profile and smiling face and, nearby, a twisting one deck high slide.

Quite Cove Pool-- an adults-only pool featuring a 4 ft. deep main pool.

SPAS AND FITNESS

Vista Spa & Salon-- features a decadent assortment of world-class spa treatments and salon services. It's where you can treat yourself to a rejuvenating deep-tissue massage or any number of hair and beauty care offerings.

Fitness Center-- a full-service facility hosting a wide variety of aerobic, yoga and Pilates classes, as well as health seminars. Lift on the latest weight machines, step it up on TV-monitor-equipped ellipticals or book an individual session with a personal trainer.

Wide World of Sports-- holds fitness and recreational sports activities for all age groups.

Have a Magical Day!

Course by Course, One by One...

Hello there rabid readers of [most magical place on earth]! To switch things up here we go with another top ten. So, it's no secret that I enjoy food. I was reading the Disney Parks Blog and came up with my top ten most excited about eating at restaurants.

10. BIG RIVER GRILLE & BREWING WORKS - DISNEY'S BOARDWALK

09. 50'S PRIME TIME CAFE - ECHO LAKE, DISNEY'S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS

There's just something about watching old black and white television with people yelling at me to clean my plate before I can have dessert that intrigues me...

08. CORAL REEF RESTAURANT - THE LIVING SEAS, EPCOT

07. SCI-FI DINE-IN THEATER RESTAURANT - ECHO LAKE, DISNEY'S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS

Can't beat a gold ol' sci-fi movie that is so ridiculously impossible that it's laughable... that and the fact that their 7 bean beef chili with a chocolate milkshake sounds amazing!

06. KIMONO'S SUSHI BAR - WALT DISNEY WORLD SWAN

05. CHEF MICKEY'S CONTEMPORARY RESORT

I've never been here, and when I do, it will be for breakfast. Buffet + Characters = one heck of a time! Especially with Mickey waffles.. yum!

04. KONA CAFE - POLYNESIAN RESORT

03. CALIFORNIA GRILL - CONTEMPORARY RESORT

This is the only place I'd buy a $22 California Roll... and I've heard it's to die for! Not to mention they have Valrhona Chocolate Cake: warm chocolate cake w/ molten center, cappuccino caramel crunch ice cream, sweet whipped cream, and coffee caramel sauce. Say WHAT?!

02. SANAA - ANIMAL KINGDOM LODGE

01. JIKO--THE COOKING PLACE - ANIMAL KINGDOM LODGE

OMG. This is the FIRST place I want to eat when I get down there! When I was looking at the menus on Allears.net, when I reached Jiko my mouth was watering at the dee-liteful options, mainly the Oak-grilled Filet Mignon served with macaroni and cheese and red wine sauce. Or, what about the Swahili Curry Shrimp: served with East African curry sauce, artichokes, and coconut rice? I know what I'm getting for an appetizer-- Pokanoket Farm Seared Ostrich Filet or the Barbecue Chicken Flatbread... or both.

Ohhhh my stomach is growling due to the hungry it's enduring. I long to eat at all of these places for sure during my fall program! Anyways, on to today's Follow Friday!

Today's is The Disney Food Blog!

This blog has all things food, so it was only fitting that with my top ten restaurants, the follow friday should have to do with food! From Disneyland's Food & Wine Festival to Epcot's Food & Wine Festival to Dining plans and everything in between, the Disney Food Blog has got you covered!

Have a Magical Day!

Character Dining

Well, as a part of the trilogies, the third part was going to be dining. But, I'd rather just do one complete dining list of the World. So instead of a trilogy, it's going to be more of a saga. I figure as CPs we'll all want to participate in one of these, so to take a break inbetween, I give you Character Dining at Walt Disney World! (I've also rated these out of five based on the menu and atmosphere.)

Cinderella’s Royal Table

Location: Magic Kingdom

Meals served: B/L/D

Characters: Cinderella, Snow White, Belle, Jasmine, Aladdin, Fairy Godmother (dinner only)

Type of Service: Family-style (all-you-can-eat) breakfast. Set menu at lunch and dinner.

Akershus Royal Banquet Hall

Location: Epcot

Meals served: B/L/D

Characters: 4-6 characters chosen from- Belle, Mulan, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Esmeralda, Mary Poppins, Jasmine, Pocahontas, and now featuring Ariel

Type of Service: Family-style (all-you-can-eat) and menu.

Chef Mickey’s

Location: Contemporary

Meals served: B/D

Characters: B- Mickey, Minnie, Chip, Pluto, Goofy; D- Mickey, Pluto, Chip, Dale, Goofy

Type of Service: Buffet.

The Crystal Palace

Location: Magic Kingdom

Meals served: B/L/D

Characters: B- Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger, Piglet; D- Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger

Type of Service: Buffet

1/2

1900 Park Fare

Location: Grand Floridian

Meals served: B/D

Characters: B- Mary Poppins, Alice, Mad Hatter, and friends; D- Cinderella, Prince Charming, and friends

Type of Service: Buffet

1/2

The Garden Grill Restaurant

Location: Epcot

Meals served: D

Characters: Chip n’ Dale

Type of Service: Family-style (all-you-can-eat)

Restaurantosaurus

Location: Animal Kingdom

Meals served: B

Characters: Donald, Goofy, Pluto, Mickey

Type of Service: Buffet

1/2

Cape May Cafe

Location: Beach Club

Meals served: B

Characters: Goofy, Pluto, Minnie, Donald

Type of Service: Buffet

Ohana

Location: Polynesian Resort

Meals served: B

Characters: Mickey, Pluto, Lilo, Stitch

Type of Service: Family-style

Hollywood & Vine

Location: Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Meals served: B/L

Characters: Jojo, Goliath, June, Leo

Type of Service: Buffet

1/2

Garden Grove

Location: Swan

Meals served: B/D

Characters: B- Goofy and Pluto; D- Goofy and Pluto or Rafiki and Timon

Type of Service: Buffet/Menu

B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner

Next time I will pick up the saga, continuing on with Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Have a Magical Day!

(c) The Color Companion to Walt Disney World

Quick Service Food & Bev!

So you're officially in the Disney College Program. You've accepted your role: QSFB, chosen an arrival date, and are now super pumped about coming to Disney! You look at the Disney College Program Fall 2010 Facebook group page every so often (or if you're me, ever 10 seconds) and you are seeing that a lot of people are requesting locations to work. Now you've become worried because one of two things have happened to you: you've never been to Disney World, or Disney is so huge that you can't possibly think of anywhere to request! Never fear! I've come to save the day by providing you with a list of most QSFB choices in each of the four parks-- Magic Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, EPCOT, and Animal Kingdom.

MAGIC KINGDOM

Aloha Isle: Dole whip, pineapple spears, juice, floats. Adventureland.

Aunt Polly's Dockside Inn: Desserts. Frontierland.

Auntie Gravity's Galactic Goodies: Soft-serve ice cream, smoothies. Tomorrowland.

Casey's Corner: 11A-park close. Hot dogs. Main Street U.S.A.

Columbia Harbour House: 10:30A-park close. Sandwiches, fish, chicken, veggie chili. Liberty Square.

Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe: 10:30A-park close. Chicken, burgers, ribs, kosher. Tomorrowland.

Diamond Horseshoe: Open seasonally. Sandwiches. Frontierland.

El Pirate y el Perico Restaurante: Open seasonally. Tacos, taco salads. Adventureland.

*Note that if you work at Pecos Bill's you may get moved to work here.

Enchanted Grove: Swirls, slushes, orange juice. Fantasyland.

Friars Nook: Hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, salads, fries. Fantasyland.

Liberty Square Market: Corn on the cob, baked potatoes, fresh fruit. Liberty Square.

The Lunching Pad: Turkey legs, frozen drinks, pretzels. Tomorrowland.

Main Street Bakery: park open-park close. Bagels, pastry, yogurt, parfaits, quiche. Main Street U.S.A.

Mrs. Potts' Cupboard: Soft-serve ice cream. Fantasyland.

Pecos Bill Cafe: 10A-park close. Burgers, wraps, salads. Frontierland.

Pinocchio Village Haus: 10:30A-park close. Pizza, chicken, salads. Fantasyland.

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor: Hand-dipped ice cream. Main Street U.S.A.

Scuttle's Landing: Muffins, pretzels, coffee. Fantasyland.

Sleepy Hollow: Funnel cakes, caramel corn, soft-serve ice cream. Liberty Square.

Sunshine Tree Terrace: Frozen orange juice swirled w/ vanilla soft-serve, slushes, floats. Adventureland.

Tomorrowland Terrace Noodle Station: Seasonal. Menu varies. Tomorrowland.

Toontown Farmer's Market: Yogurt, fresh fruit. Toontown.

EPCOT

*please note that I am only putting up those in Future World because I have heard that the QSFB that are in the World Showcase may only go to International CPs. If anyone knows if regular CPs can work there, let me know and I will include the World Showcase in this section.

Electric Umbrella: 11A-9P. Burgers, salads, sandwiches. Innoventions Plaza.

Fountainview Ice Cream Shop: 10:30A-9P. Hand-dipped ice cream. Innoventions Plaza.

Sunshine Seasons: 9A-9P Quality salads, soups, sandwiches, noodle dishes, grilled meats, bakery, breakfast egg dishes, oatmeal, cereals. The Land.

DISNEY'S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS

ABC Commissary: 11A-park close. Burgers, chicken, fish. Commissary Lane.

Backlot Express: 11A-8P. Burgers, hot dogs, grilled sandwiches, salads. Echo Lake.

Min & Bill's Dockside Diner. 10A-8P. Shakes, beers, pretzels, frozen lemonades. Echo Lake.

Peevy's Polar Pipeline: Flavorful frozen drinks. Echo Lake.

Starring Roles Cafe: 9A-4P. Pastries, sandwiches, coffee. Sunset Blvd.

Studio Catering Co.: 11:30A-7P. Sandwiches, chili dogs, salads, dessert. Streets of America.

Sunset Ranch Market: park open-park close. Food court. Bagels, burgers, fresh fruit, hot dogs, pizza, salads, sandwiches, turkey legs, hand-dipped ice cream. Sunset Blvd.

Toy Story Pizza Planet Arcade. 11A-7:30P. Individual pizzas, salads. Streets of America.

The Writer's Stop: Coffee, baked goods, frozen drinks. Echo Lake.

ANIMAL KINGDOM

Flame Tree BBQ: BBQ meats, baked beans, corn on the cob. Discovery Island.

Pizzafari: 9A-park close. Individual pizzas, salads, sandwiches. Discovery Island.

Restaurantosaurus: 11A-park close. Burgers, chicken, hot dogs. DinoLand U.S.A.

These are just the main QSFB locals and does not include the different carts that are prominent throughout the parks. As for requesting, nothing is a guarantee, but it doesn't hurt to try. They don't choose where you're going to work until they have a good idea of what they have to work with, so I'd say you still have a window to request. I know that it's hard to request during your interview because depending on what role you chose would change where you'd want to work! I hope this list helped some of you!

Have a Magical Day!

What's New? WDW 2010

So it’s a new year. A lot of us won’t get to see Disney until our arrival date—I know I haven’t been to WDW since Sept. ’08. So, because of this, I thought I’d blog about everything new and exciting that’s waiting for us down at our new home!

MAGIC KINGDOM
Barack Obama has finally joined the Hall of Presidents! The attraction has been completely redone, including a new movie with a new narrator (Morgan Freeman) and all-new staging.

Tinker Bell and her fairy friends now pose and sign autographs at the Toontown Hall of Fame.

The seven-month $12 million refurbishment has made Space Mountain more exciting with a darker, quieter track and faster swoops and drops; a more colorful view of space; and an optional souvenir photo.

The Tomorrowland Transit Authority has new audio narration.

Donald Duck is among the Disney characters who shake their tail feathers at the Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It! Street Party.

New characters have been added to the Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade.

Princess Tiana has now officially joined the princesses and now greets and signs autographs with Prince Naveen in Liberty Square.

The Pirates League makeover salon transforms adults and children into swashbucklin’ pirates.

Say goodbye to the long-empty Tomorrowland Skyway Station as it has been demolished & removed.

EPCOT
Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure is a new high-tech scavenger hunt around the ‘world’.
Living with the Land is reopened in 2009 after a refurbishment.

Test Track now features a post-show area displaying a Chevy Volt Extended Range Electric Vehicle that appeared in Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen.

Remy from Disney’s Ratatouille now appears as a small audio-animatronics creature at Chefs de France.

At the Japan pavilion the Tin Toy exhibit has been replaced by Timeless Beauty: World Heritage Sites of Japan.

Mexico’s new La Cava del Tequila offers 70 varieties and a ‘tequila ambassador’ to teach the history of the drink.

Kidcot children’s arts-and-crafts stations in Future World have been removed.

DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
The American Idol Experience lets you compete for a chance at ‘stardom’.

A street show High School Musical 3: Right Here! Right Now! features songs from HMS3.

Luxo Jr. (Pixar’s hopping desk lamp) performs in Pixar Place.

Fantasmic is now only performing a few nights a week.

The indoor ABC Commissary no longer serves breakfast. Instead outdoor Fairfax Fare food court will.

The Sounds Dangerous sound-effects show is only open seasonally.

The ambient sound inside Once Upon a Time gift shop is now the actual radio broadcast of the 1937 premiere of Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Kids can now draw and color at the new arts and craft area near the exit of Rock n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith.

The colorful chicken coop featured in Hannah Montana: The Movie is now a prop on the Studio Backlot Tour.

The Coca-Cola bottle in front of the Studio Backlot Tour has been replaced so now it opens to spray mist.

The hot air balloon outside of MuppetVision 3-D and Mickey’s Sorcerer’s Hat have been repainted.

DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM
At Festival of the Lion King host Timon’s eyes now blink and move.

Two male giraffes were born at AK in Oct. ’09.

Amphibian widows at Conservation Station now display unusual frogs, newts, salamanders, and toads.

WATER PARKS
Summer guests can now meet Goofy at Blizzard Beach and Lilo and Stitch at Typhoon Lagoon.

DOWNTOWN DISNEY
Characters In Flight takes guests on a 400 ft hot-air balloon ride above the West Side.

The Virgin Megastore and Starabilias memorabilia shop is now closed.

Although the Pleasure Island’s club scene was closed in 2008, their new restaurant and bar, Paradiso 37, features ‘street cuisine’ from North, South, and Central America and nightly entertainment.

SPORTS AND REC
The ESPN Wide World of Sports complex is installing large video screens at many of its venues.
Disney has introduced two new tours: Epcot’s Nature-Inspired Design and Holiday DeLites.

The Richard Petty Driving Experience has lowered the minimum age for it’s ride-along program to 14.

The Pirate & Pals Fireworks Voyage, formerly the Magical Fireworks Voyage, is now open to all guests, not just those booking Disney’s Grand Gatherings.

Two foot races are no more: Disney’s Race for the Taste during Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival and the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 13K… the Wine & Dine Half Marathon will pass through multiple theme parks and end at Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival. It will be held Oct. 1 & 2.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Rooms at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort have undergone an extensive renovation that includes flat-screen TV's and all-new furnishings and carpet.

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort has redone some rooms in a pirate theme; all others have a subtle 'Finding Nemo' decor.

Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground have added archery lessons as well as bicycle abd surrey rentals.

The Downtown Disney Holiday Inn is scheduled to reopen this year.

Three new Disney Vacation Club properties opened in 2009: Bay Tower Lake at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Kidani Village at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Treehouse Villas at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort.

A Four Seasons hotel, golf course, and vacation-home complex is being built on the site of the former Eagle Pines golf course.

First announced for 2009, a luxurt pet resort is now promised for 2010-2011.

RESTAURANTS
Kouzzina is opening at the BoardWalk Resort (replacing Spoodles).

The Wave at the Contemporary Resort (replacing Concourse Steakhouse).

Sanaa at the new Kidani Village at Animal Kingdom Lodge.

Effective Feb. 7, 2010: Cinderella's Royal Table will feature Cinderella in the lobby and other Disney princesses mingling with guests in the dining room.

Walt Disney World no longer sells all-beef hot dogs. They will now be a mixture of chicken and beef.

PRACTICAL MATTERS
Disney is experimenting with a centralized Fastpass distribution system where guests can pick up multiple Fastpasses at one location.

A new handheld device delivers audio descriptions of visual images at 33 attractions for use by the blind; the same device has captions for hearing-impaired guests.

You can now order over 500+ theme-park merchandise items online at DisneyStore.com.

A new mobile website mdisneyworld.com offers a handy overview of the resort.

SPECIAL EVENTS
MK's Totally Tomorrowland Christmas show has replaced Twas the Night Before Christmas.

At Epcot, Lights of Winter has been removed and gospel choir D'Vine Voices has been added.